Fall is a wonderful time of year when we return from summer vacations restored, refreshed and ready to settle back into our normal routine.

Settling back into the normal swing of things following summer adventures can be stressful. The key is balancing family time with work time - AND making sure you still make time for YOU.

Here are some tips on making this Fall season stress-free for you and your family:

1. One to two weeks before school starts, ease your child into a consistent school-night routine.

2. Make time to talk to your kids about going back to school. Ask them how they are feeling, and let them know how you are feeling.

3. Plan fun events throughout weekends in September - it will give you something to look forward to at the end of a long work/school week.

4. Emphasize the positive things about Summer activities coming to a close, like catching up with old friends, starting a regular exercise regimen and upcoming holidays.

5. Take time out of each day to do something you enjoy - whether its taking 10 minutes to meditate, going for a walk in the park, or writing in your journal. The amount of time spent is less important than the act of making time for yourself a priority.